Welcome to the Bike MS: Country Challenge!

Welcome to the Bike MS: Country Challenge! Join one of the five different route lengths and enjoy cycling the hills of New Jersey on a route that's perfect for you! Now offering a 62 mile metric century ride for those cyclists looking for a little more challenge!

Your participation and the funds raised through Bike MS will support life-changing programs, services, and research for those living with MS both locally and throughout the country. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a collective of passionate individuals who want to do something about MS now -- to move together toward a world free of multiple sclerosis. MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn't.

Route Options:

Saturday, September 20th
25 miles, 50 miles or 62 miles

Sunday, September 21st
50 miles

Saturday, September 20th & Sunday, September 21st
100 Mile Challenge!

Finish Line for All Cyclists at. Buffet barbecue lunch provided at the Hanover Marriot, Whippany.

Overnight accommodations are offered to those registered for the 2-day 100-mile ride.

All cyclists finishing at Whippany Marriott will have themselves and their bikes shuttled back to the start line.

Registration Options and Fees:

25-Mile Option (Saturday Only)
$30 until April 20th - Throwback Pricing
$40 April 21st - June 20th Spring Rate
$45 June 21st - August 31st Summer Rate
$55 September 1st – September 21st Last Chance Rate
Walk-on registration is available
Minimum Pledge Requirement $150

50-Mile Option (Saturday)
$40 until April 20th - Throwback Pricing
$50 April 21st - June 20th Spring Rate
$55 June 21st - August 31st Summer Rate
$65 September 1st – September 21st Last Chance Rate
Walk-on registration is available
Minimum Pledge Requirement $250

50-Mile Option (Sunday)
$40 until April 20th - Throwback Pricing
$50 April 21st - June 20th Spring Rate
$55 June 21st - August 31st Summer Rate
$65 September 1st – September 21st Last Chance Rate
Walk-on registration is available
Minimum Pledge Requirement $250

62-Mile Option (Saturday)
$50 until April 20th - Throwback Pricing
$60 April 21st - June 20th Spring Rate
$65 June 21st - August 31st Summer Rate
$75 September 1st – September 21st Last Chance Rate
Walk-on registration is available
Minimum Pledge Requirement $250

100-Mile Option (Saturday & Sunday)
Registration fee includes Saturday night double-occupancy accommodations, evening meal & program and breakfast at Hanover Marriott
$70 until April 20th - Throwback Pricing
$85 April 21st - June 20th Spring Rate
$90 June 21st -August 31st Summer Rate
$100 September 1st – September 17th Last Chance Rate
No Walk-on registration available. Must register by Wednesday, September 17th
Minimum Pledge Requirement $350

Any 25 Mile Rider, 50 Mile Rider, 62 Mile Rider or Event Volunteer requesting to spend the evening at the hotel will pay an additional fee of $75 for overnight accommodations.

Bike MS Virtual Participant
This is a great option for those who can't pedal, but would still like to be a part of our event. The $30 registration fee covers the cost for a non-riding participant. This level of participation is ideal for family members, volunteers, children and others who would still like to support the cause and participate during the event without riding. You'll receive a commemorative T-shirt and goody bag as well as access to rest stops and meals. While there is no fundraising requirement for Virtual Participants, we do encourage the collection of pledges to help us move closer to a World Free of MS.

Riding Requirements

• HELMETS MUST BE WORN BY ALL PARTICIPANTS
• NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 12 WILL BE ALLOWED TO RIDE ON THE BIKE MS RIDE
• ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE A SIGNED WAIVER ON FILE
• ALL RIDERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12-17 MUST HAVE A MINOR WAIVER SIGNED BY PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN AND NOTARIZED
• ALL RIDERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12 17 MUST RIDE WITH AN ADULT 21 YEARS OR OLDER AT A RATIO OF 1:3
• ALL RIDERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12-17 MUST REVIEW SAFETY BROCHURE AND SPECIAL YOUTH FLYER WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
• NO TRAILERS, OR CARRIERS ALLOWED
• TAGALONGS ARE PERMITTED WHERE CHILD IS AT LEAST 12 YEARS OLD AND ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER

If you can't participate in the Bike MS events, you can still become part of the effort by donating now or volunteering at the event.

Transportation & Accommodations

The Bike MS: Country Challenge will conclude day 1 at our overnight location; the Hanover Marriott in Whippany, NJ.

Registration fees for 100 mile riders include overnight accommodations for a double occupancy room. You will have the option to choose your roommate during registration. If you do not select a roommate, you will be assigned a rider of the same gender.

You can choose to have your own room at your own expense. You will have to make the reservation with the hotel directly by September 5th. Please be sure to mention that you are with the Bike MS Ride for our discounted rate.

Any riders, volunteers and guests can overnight at the hotel for an additional fee of $75. This fee includes dinner and breakfast the following morning. Hotel accommodations are included in the registration fee for those participating in the 100 mile route.

NMSS provides transportation for participants from the finish line to the start each day.

On Saturday, there will be shuttle buses running from the Hanover Marriott, Whippany, NJ to 475 South Street, Morristown, NJ from 11:45am-7:00pm.

On Sunday, there will be one shuttle bus running from 475 South Street, Morristown, NJ to Hanover Marriott, Whippany, NJ from 11:00am-4:00pm.

Parking is available in the designated lots at the start/finish location.

Participants riding on Sunday only will park at the Hanover Marriott.

Parking for volunteers is available at their designated volunteer location.

Every rider staying overnight at the Hanover Marriott is able to bring 2 bags that will be transported to the hotel and back to the finish line on Sunday.

After check-in, please be sure to place your luggage tag(s) on your bag(s). Proceed to the designated luggage drop off area beside the luggage truck.

Please do not pack any fragile items.

SAG Vehicles

Support and Gear (SAG) vans will be on route at all times throughout the day. These 15-passenger vans that will be labeled with Bike MS signs/flags. If you would like a lift to the next rest stop or finish line, please proceed to the next rest stop and hop on. If you are unable to ride to the next rest stop, please stop at a safe location on the road and call for a SAG.

If you need immediate attention, please call the phone number on your route card for assistance and we will send the first available SAG to pick you up. Please be sure to refer to your route card for your location by instruction number.

Please be patient while you wait, our volunteer SAG drivers do their very best to provide quick service but do become very busy throughout the day.

Bike Service

Our partner bike shops will be located at the start of each day, all rest stops and the finish line. If you are able to ride to the next rest stop, visit a bike shop technician there. If you are unable to ride your bicycle to the next rest stop, please stop at a safe location on the road and flag down a SAG that will bring you to the next rest stop for support.

Please note that all bike shops are volunteering their time, services, talents and any parts they may have to use. Please remember them throughout the year as you shop for your cycling supplies.

First Time Riders

Bike MS: Country Challenge welcomes you!

The National MS Society staff is ready to help you every step of the way. We work with great partner bike shops that can assist you in your training to prepare you for the road. Our online fundraising tools are very useful in helping you to achieve your fundraising goal. You will also find a lot of great fundraising information, tools and ideas on our website and in our emails you will receive.

Should you have any questions about the ride, please feel free to call Mary Beth Rehrer, Director of Bike MS at 732-660-1005, press option 2 x44321 or email marybeth.rehrer@nmss.org